Executive Assistant

at  Schneider Electric

Job Description:
At Schneider Electric we can offer you the career you are working towards. We have developed a unique worldwide capability for providing solutions, are the global specialists in energy management, have a sustainable outlook and are committed to our people and customers. With 185,000 employees located across more than 100 countries this is a fantastic opportunity to become a valued member of the Schneider Electric Team.

Based in Benalla, reporting to the Plant Director , your role will involve:

• Provide a high level of secretarial, administrative and organisational support.
• Manage daily schedules via Lotus Notes, including setting of appointments, follow-up/tasks, travel, functions and conferences etc.
• Screen and action all incoming calls and address internal and external customer needs
• Organisation of domestic and international travel, accommodation, visa and transfer requirements
• Ensure open communication and maintain positive working relationships with stakeholders
• Identify and execute on opportunities for process improvement
• Creation of documents for presentations etc

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Secondary school education and tertiary/ business school qualifications
• Previous experience in an Executive Assistant role working for several senior executives
• Advanced MS Office, PowerPoint and Lotus Notes
• Highly developed organisation and time management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Sound judgment, motivation and flexibility
• Ability to deliver results in a global matrix environment
  At Schneider Electric we foster a culture that drives innovation through collaboration, individual contribution and passion. Our people are the energy behind the success of our business and make a difference at to our business every day. If you want to work in an innovative and challenging environment where your ideas are valued and your career goals are supported what are you waiting for? Apply today !
  All applicants must of have full working rights in Australia.
  About Our Company:

• Provide a high level of secretarial, administrative and organisational support.
• Manage daily schedules via Lotus Notes, including setting of appointments, follow-up/tasks, travel, functions and conferences etc.
• Screen and action all incoming calls and address internal and external customer needs
• Organisation of domestic and international travel, accommodation, visa and transfer requirements
• Ensure open communication and maintain positive working relationships with stakeholders
• Identify and execute on opportunities for process improvement
• Creation of documents for presentations et